Peter

My unique combination of special needs MEd in Maths, science and English and an MSc, together with my interests and experience have forged my holistic, pragmatic approach to tutoring. I have worked in the food industry and abroad before becoming a teacher. I have also worked in food QA recently. My roles included scientific research, technical management and scientific publishing. My abilities in teaching, numeracy, literacy, science and industry have moulded my eclectic approach. I have drawn on all of my experience to inform my methods and technique. I teach for the obvious satisfaction that it brings. Subjects I naturally enjoy are English as a Second Language, Sciences, Maths and of course Business Studies. I teach most ages. I teach Summer Business English and Public Speaking too. My classes are fun, so long as they are not too large and I get most satisfaction from one-to-one tutoring due to the privilege of making a difference and optimising a student’s individual progress.

Tutoring Experience

My teaching experience has grown in all my areas of interest, principally in the local area over twenty years or so. I managed an international dept of three courses, where I taught EFL, Maths &Business Studies. I worked in Sixth form as a key skills and International coordinator; I taught A level Maths, EFL and moderated science at The University of Exeter; I give one to one assistance in GCSE science; teaching at Primary school I gained a high merit for my MEd. I provide English support to international executives and students both as a tutor and in classes.
I have taught business in classes and outside school, and in Young Enterprise.
I recently taught Primary Science and Sixth form Business in two schools. I ran a very successful speaking club for 12 years.

Tutoring Approach

I prefer to get to know my client by discussing their educational history, confidence problems, interests and other motivational aspects.
I assess them with a range of tests, both of their ability, capability and emotional response to the work.
I regularly provide an update of areas I expect progress to be made in and how. I highlight weaknesses as well as strengths and do all of this with sensitivity and constructive criticism. Aspirations are key alongside the support of each student’s family.